Business Names
The type of business structure determines where a business name (assumed name) should
be registered. A Certificate of Assumed Name for sole proprietorships and partnerships
must be filed with the Register of Deeds in the county or counties in which the
business plans to operate. A Corporation must register their business name with
the Secretary
of State's Corporations Division.
Business Under Assumed Name
You may print a Business Under Assumed Name
Form to be completed and filed with the Register of Deeds. Information on
all owners or partners in the business must appear on the form, and they must sign
the form before a notary public. Bring or mail the completed form into the Register
of Deeds office for recording. See our fees page for filing
fees. We can accept cash or check only. Should you sign the form before us, there
will be an additional notary fee (see fees page).
Should you mail the form in for recording, do not send cash. A check or money order
payable to the Register of Deeds is preferred. A self-addressed stamped envelope will ensure
prompt return. Mail the fee with your request to our office.
Dissolution of Business Under Assumed Name
Persons wanting to dissolve their business must also do so in the office of the
Register of Deeds. You may print a
Dissolution of Business Under Assumed Name Form for this purpose.
Business License Information
For information on Business Licenses for businesses located within the city limits,
you may call (336) 747-6954 or go to their website. For information on Business Licenses
outside the ciy limits within Forsyth County, you may call (336) 703-2300.